affectless
|af-fect-less|
C1
/əˈfɛktləs/
lacking emotion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'affectless' originates from the English word 'affect,' combined with the suffix '-less,' indicating the absence of something.
Historical Evolution
'affect' changed from the Latin word 'affectus,' meaning 'emotion or feeling,' and eventually became the modern English word 'affect.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'affect' meant 'emotion or feeling,' and 'affectless' evolved to mean 'lacking emotion or feeling.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking emotion or feeling; unresponsive.
His affectless demeanor made it difficult to understand his true feelings.
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Last updated: 2025/05/22 15:51